…Baroque features. From this church onwards, this part of Tarxien is known as Ta’ Wara l-Bjut, one of the oldest parts of the village.
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The church of St. Mary of Tarxien is known as Ta’ Rokna. It is one of the oldest of the village but is very well preserved, a reflection of the deep Marian traditions of Tarxien.
Its origins date back to around 1415, when a local benefactress, Duminka, funded its construction during the time of Bishop Antonio di Platamone. The present structure, found in St. Mary Street, was built in the 17th century and keeps its traditional dome shape with elegant…
Surely not another 31-story tower?
Alas, we’re probably heading in that direction for the iconic Muscat Motors showroom in Rue D’argens, Gżira, as well. That’s because an application has been filed with Planning Authority (4284/26) to develop the showroom…
This is what a villa built in 1988 looks like.*
Fast forward to 2026 and new houses that are being built in Malta have become unattractive to say the least. This stems from the rapid urbanization, leading to high-rise apartment blocks that prioritize density over aesthetics.
Developers often focus on maximizing space and profit, resulting in uniform, boxy designs with limited architectural character. Additionally, the lack of stringent planning regulations and enforcement has led to developments that disregard traditional Maltese…